Hygiene Technician Team Leader

Regional Recruitment Services; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist contractor in the cleaning sector provides an opportunity for a Hygiene Technician – Team Leader based in Birmingham. This full-time role is ideal for those looking to step into leadership or advance their career in a supportive environment. You will be responsible for maintaining hygiene standards for major clients nationwide. The position offers a competitive salary, training, and a chance to lead a team while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Experience as a hygiene technician or team leader.
• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Ability to work safely in confined spaces and at height.

Responsibilities

• Travel to client sites nationwide to carry out specialist hygiene services.
• Clean ventilation systems, including canopies, ductwork, and fan units.
• Install access panels as needed for maintenance compliance.
• Lead and motivate the onsite team to ensure quality and efficiency.

Job description

Hygiene Technician – Team Leader

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £27,500 – £30,000 (DOE)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

About the Role

Regional Recruitment Services are proud to be working with a well-established specialist contractor within the cleaning and ventilation sector. Due to ongoing growth, our client is seeking a Hygiene Technician Team Leader to join their expanding Hygiene division.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced hygiene technician looking to step into a leadership role, or an existing team leader seeking a stable, long-term position with a company that invests heavily in training and professional development.

You will be working with major hotel groups, restaurant chains, and well‑known food brands across the UK—supporting them in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and compliance. As members of BESA, the client provides full training to ensure all technicians meet industry‑recognised standards.

Key Responsibilities

Travel to client sites nationwide to carry out specialist hygiene services

Clean ventilation systems including canopies, ductwork and fan units in line with TR19 standards

Install access panels where required to support safe maintenance and compliance

Work safely in confined spaces and at height, following site‑specific protocols

Lead, support and motivate the onsite team to ensure quality and efficiency